Plumbing Studies Level 1

View The Isle of Wight College's standard entry requirements for full-time college courses (depending on the level of the course to be studied).

You will be sent a career plan prior to your interview date to complete and bring along with you on the day. The interview is a two-way process which will give you the opportunity to discuss the course and suitability with the subject tutor.

If you are enrolled on the Plumbing qualification you will study installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems, above ground drainage, pipework (copper, plastic, low carbon steel) and plumbing science.  

• Structure of the construction industry 

• Fundamental safe working practices 

• Environmental and sustainability measures in domestic dwellings 

• Site preparation in the construction industry

As well as other Plumbing related units 

You will be taught in a variety of ways to include workshops, lectures and seminars whilst also undertaking work skills, to help support and underpin the theoretical knowledge gained in class.  

This course is offered in conjunction with Functional Skills and GCSEs for English and Maths where required.  

There may be a cost for purchasing equipment or uniform for this course. Find out about financial support available.

• PPE is required for this course 
• Work trousers or overalls – not jogging style trousers 
• Safety foot wear, either boots, shoes or trainers